Dr. Erping Xiao | Developmental Psychology | Women Researcher Award

Hangzhou Normal University | China

Dr. Erping Xiao, Associate Professor at Hangzhou Normal University, has built a distinguished career in developmental and cross-cultural psychology, focusing on children’s social cognition, early childhood education, and family dynamics, including studies on the Mosuo community. With a PhD in Psychology from South China Normal University and international research experiences at Harvard University and National Chiao Tung University, she brings a global perspective to her work. Her research has produced 7 significant documents, cited 20 times, reflecting an h-index of 3, demonstrating her growing influence in the field. She has led multiple projects on child-friendly school environments, safety and health literacy, and social support systems for children, combining empirical research with practical applications. Her extensive publications in both English and Chinese highlight her commitment to advancing knowledge in developmental psychology and promoting evidence-based practices. Dr. Erping Xiao’s scholarship, mentorship, and contributions to early childhood research make her a promising candidate for recognition in women-focused research awards.

Featured Publications

Xiao, E., Tang, X., Chen, E. E., & Huang, C. (2025). Sharing, helping, and cooperating: Young children’s prosocial preferences for individuals with varying wealth statuses. Journal of Cognition and Development.

Xiao, E., Li, L., Deng, B., Zhu, X., Jia, W., & Wang, S. (2025). Relationships between parental self-efficacy and Chinese preschoolers’ school readiness: The mediating role of home-based parental involvement. Early Child Development and Care.

Jia, W., Deng, X., Yang, J., Wang, R., Sun, X., & Xiao, E. (2025). Embodied action enhances conservation reasoning: Age and task effects in early childhood. Early Child Development and Care, 195(9-10), 806–824.

Xiao, E., Qin, H., Zhu, X., & Jin, J. (2023). The influence of birth order and sibling age gap on children’s sharing decision. Early Child Development and Care, 193(7), 939–951.

Xiao, E., Shen, J., & Harris, P. (2022). Children with siblings differ from only children in their sharing behaviour. Early Child Development and Care, 192(7), 1007–1009.

Assist. Prof. Dr. Ruchi Singh | Spiritual psychology | Best Researcher Award

Assist. Prof. Dr. Ruchi Singh, DIT University, India

Assist. Prof. Dr. Ruchi Singh is a distinguished academic and researcher in the fields of Spiritual Psychology and Health Psychology. With a Ph.D. from Aligarh Muslim University (AMU), Dr. Singh has contributed significantly to the development and standardization of psychological tools. She has held several prestigious fellowships, including the University Grant Post Doctoral Fellowship. Her research includes studies on spirituality, psychological well-being, and the development of psychometric scales. She has published widely in SCOPUS-indexed journals and presented at international conferences. Dr. Singh has received the Young Scientist Award (2021) for her contributions. She currently teaches at AMU, Aligarh.

Publication Profile

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Academic Qualifications

Assist. Prof. Dr. Ruchi Singh has an impressive academic background. She completed her Post-Doctoral Fellowship (PDFSS) at Aligarh Muslim University (2017-2022), supported by the University Grant Commission of India. She earned her Ph.D. in Psychology from the same institution (2012-2016), having passed the necessary coursework exams. Dr. Singh holds a Master’s of Arts (65.7%, First Division) and a Bachelor’s of Arts (63%, First Division) from Aligarh Muslim University and D. B. R. Ambedkar University. Additionally, she obtained a Post-Graduate Diploma in Data Analytics in 2019 and completed her schooling with top honors. 🎓📊

Teaching Experience

Assist. Prof. Dr. Ruchi Singh has gained valuable teaching experience at the Department of Psychology, Aligarh Muslim University, India. In the academic year 2019-20, she taught B.A. PSB-1P1 Psychology Practical for 1st semester students. During the previous year, 2018-19, she also taught B.A. PSB-3P1 Psychology Practical for 3rd semester students. Her contributions to these courses demonstrate her expertise in practical psychology and her commitment to shaping the next generation of psychology professionals. 🏫🧠

Research Focus

Assist. Prof. Dr. Ruchi Singh’s research spans psychometrics, spirituality, and psychological well-being. Her work explores the development and validation of psychological scales, such as the Hindi adaptation of the Daily Spiritual Experience Scale and Subjective Happiness Scale. She also delves into spiritual practices and their effects on psychological health, particularly among Hindus and Muslim populations. Other areas of interest include spiritual beliefs, self-esteem, and well-being strategies, particularly for the elderly. Dr. Singh’s work bridges psychology and spirituality, focusing on their interconnectedness for mental health improvement. 🙏💬🧘‍♂️

Publication Top Notes

Psychometrics and standardization of the Hindi adaptation of the Daily Spiritual Experience Scale – A Husain, R Singh, SM Khan, S Khan, Clinical and Experimental Psychology 2 (117), 1-6 – Cited by 9 📊🧘‍♀️ (2016)
Spirituality in Practice – A Husain, R Singh, The Readers Paradise – Cited by 5 📖🙏 (2020)
Psychometric validation of the Hindi version of Subjective Happiness Scale among Indian adults – R Singh, A Husain, Indian Journal of Positive Psychology 12 (3), 263-267 – Cited by 3 😊📊 (2021)
Standardization of Diener’s Satisfaction with Life Scale in Hindi – R Singh, M Gull, A Husain, The International Journal of Indian Psychology 9 (4), 1451-1460 – Cited by 3 📋💡 (2021)
Relationship between spiritual practices and psychological well-being among Hindus – R Singh, The International Journal of Indian Psychology 3 (1), 104-110 – Cited by 3 🕉️💭 (2015)
Spiritual Practices Scale (Muslims) – A Husain, R Singh, SM Khan, New Delhi: Prasad Psycho Corporation – Cited by 2 📜🕌 (2016)
Spiritual practices among kalpvasis and daily devotees – R Singh, A Husain, Asian Journal of Multidimensional Research 4 (5), 63-73 – Cited by 2 🕉️🙏 (2015)
Reading scriptures and prayer: Paths towards developing inner strength – R Singh, A Husain, International Journal of Social Sciences Review 7 (2), 292-299 – Cited by 1 📖🧘 (2019)
Evaluating the content validity index of Spiritual Practices Questionnaire (SPQ) – BK Bharti, R Singh, IAHRW International Journal of Social Sciences Review 6 (4), 517-524 – Cited by 1 📝📊 (2018)
Indian validation of Rosenberg’s Self-Esteem Scale in Hindi among adults – R Singh, A Husain, Mental Health, Religion & Culture 🙌📉 (2023)

Ruchi Singh | Spiritual psychology | Best Researcher Award